Friday Favorites: 8/27/2010

Hello! I know I have said this before (and I am sure I will say it again!), I have a problem! This time it is my wreath fetish. Wreaths? you say, as you chuckle aloud - YES, WREATHS! I collect wreaths like other people collect shells, or jewelry boxes, etc... I love beautiful wreaths, and I love looking at my front door with a wreath hanging on it! Wreaths just add a special touch to your home, they say, "Come on in and stay awhile!"

“Symbolizing eternal hope, the wreath goes 'round and 'round, and where it starts or ends cannot be found."
-Author Unknown



1.) Tuscan Autumn Copper Berry Feather Wreath
2.) Fall Tuscan Harvest Country Door Wreath
3.) Yarn Wreath Felt Handmade Door Decoration
4.) Fall Grapevine Wreath with Paper Leaves & Autumn Color Paper Flowers
5.) Leaves of Fall Wreath
6.) Honeysuckle Blaze Fall Vine Wreath
7.) Preserved Autumn Oak Leaf Wreath
8.) Fall Wreath

"A crown, golden in show is but a wreath of thorns."
-John Milton


Have a great day and remember: Go Ahead & Indulge!

Showoff Sunday!

Hello and Welcome!

There are so many things that I enjoy, so showing them should not be a problem! However, it is difficult to narrow down the choices. Since spring is right around the corner and thoughts of Cherry blossoms are swirling around my head - why not feature Cherry blossoms?!

They are one of my favorites: flower, tree, scent, color, etc... When you take a look at these products featuring Cherry blossoms you will see why I love them so much! I found so many lovely things and could go on for pages. This is my pared down list, Enjoy!

The National Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual celebration in Washington, D.C. This celebration commemorates the March 27, 1912, gift to the city of 3,000 Japanese cherry trees from the Mayor of Tokyo to strengthen the growing friendship between the United States and Japan.




CHERRY BLOSSOM BANGLES - Copper and Sterling Silver Bracelet


A cherry blossom is the name for the flower of cherry trees known as Sakura. In English, the word "sakura" is equivalent to the Japanese flowering cherry.



CHERRY BLOSSOM - 12x12 Silk Screen Print on Wood


Cherry blossom is an omen of good fortune and is also a symbol of love, affection and represents spring. They are also an enduring metaphor for the fleeting nature of life, and as such are very frequently depicted in art.



Cherry Blossoms - 6 Color Card Set


Cherry blossoms and leaves are both edible and used as food ingredients in Japan. Salt-pickled blossoms are added to hot water, this is called sakurayu and is consumed in place of green tea.



CHERRY BLOSSOMS - Makeup Bag


Cherry Blossoms are indigenous to many Asian countries including Japan, Korea, China. Japan has a wide variety of cherry blossoms, over 200 varieties can be found there.



VINTAGE BIRDS IN SPRING TRIO - Set of 4 Tags


Vancouver, BC is famous for its thousands of cherry blossom trees lining many streets and in numerous parks. Each year, Vancouver holds the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival.



SPRINGTIME IN PARIS - Cherry Blossom Wreath


"If only we might fall Like cherry blossoms in the spring So pure and radiant."
-Anonymous



JAPANESE CHERRY BLOSSOM - Soap Cake


"Loveliest of trees, the cherry now Is hung with bloom along the bough, And stands about the woodland ride Wearing white for Eastertide."
-Alfred Housman



HAND PAINTED WOODEN BOWL - Spring Time Cherry Blossoms



Cherry Blossoms Adrift

Pink petals passing
Scents above so high
Painted porcelain perfection
Blossoms caress the sky

Swaying silent shroud
Suitors strolling by
Pink petals passing
Lover's gentle sigh

Pastel hues falling
Slow fluttering grace
Pink petals passing
Lining streams in lace

Pink petals passing
Smoothest transit by
Soft essence floating
In most subtle lullaby

Inducing springtime slumber
Upon a satin shore
Sailing with the current
Pink petals pass before

-Mary Fumento


Have a great day and remember: Go Ahead & Indulge!

Friday Favorites!

"Tis my faith that every flower
Enjoys the air it breathes!"
-William Wordsworth

Hello - Come on in!

I am a bit late posting today, but that does not diminish the loveliness of these wonderful arrangements and wreaths that I have found! Enjoy!





This first arrangement, by floresdelsol, is already taken - by ME! I own another of Christina's arrangements and I love it! She is very easy to work with, extremely professional and makes wonderful products. All of her arrangements are made with moss and specially preserved flowers and the best thing: they are all OOAK!!



hint of spring- custom for nikid


"If you've never been thrilled to the very edges of your soul by a flower in spring bloom, maybe your soul has never been in bloom."
-Audra Foveo





Twoinspireyou carries a wonderful assortment of wreaths that are sure to brighten any door


Year Round II Wreath


"I perhaps owe having become a painter to flowers."
-Claude Monet




NHWoodscreations carries a wonderful assortment of dried flower wreaths and unique birch bark creations.



All Natural dried flower centerpiece in birch bark box


"The flowers of late winter and early spring occupy places in our hearts well out of proportion to their size."
-Gertrude S. Wister


Joke of the day:
Why don't sharks eat clowns? Because they taste funny!


Enjoy your weekend remember: Go Ahead & Indulge!

Fabulous Finds for Friday!

Hello!

I hope everyone had a great week!! Welcome to the 2nd edition of Fabulous Finds for Friday!!

Fabulous Find #1:

I Design My World

If you have young children, then this Etsy shop is for you!

The Animal Flash Cards are not only a great learning tool,

they are beautiful pieces of art!!

I purchased two sets for Easter basket fillers, they also offer replacement cards and desktop pictures.

Fabulous Find #2:

Bloomin Wreaths

I cannot say enough nice things about this Etsy shop!! The products are absolutely beautiful, very well made and the owner, Riki, is an extremely friendly and caring individual!!

I own this wreath in white!!!

Enjoy these wonderful finds! I hope they bring a smile to your face! Have a wonderful day!!